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  • Diversity and inclusion are what we’re tasked with doing because it’s who we are. We must continue to re-evaluate our institutions, curriculum, campaigns and more to guarantee an authentically

    to create inclusive environments where all members of the PLU community can learn, live, work and — most importantly — thrive. Diversity & Inclusion at PLUAs an institution of Lutheran higher education, Pacific Lutheran University understands that difference is intrinsic to all life, creativity, vision and innovation — the cornerstones of higher education. Diversity is vital to the vibrancy and sustainability of our university community, and our world beyond it. PLU’s mission is to nurture

  • Associate Professor of Education | School of Education | kimck@plu.edu | 253-535-7775 | Dr.

    (Blackboard) Teacher Certification, 2009 Certificate in Mixed Methods Education Sciences, 2017 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Innovation and Technology in Education Instructional Design, Learning Environments Organizational Change Content Integration Science and Engineering Practices Programs: FYEP, BAE, MAE, ARC Biography Dr. Kim has been involved with the work of teacher preparation at PLU since 2005 – teaching, mentoring, and designing programs and certificates. She joined as full-time faculty in 2018

  • Office of the President Allan Belton. As the 14th President of Pacific Lutheran University, Allan Belton serves as the university’s chief executive and is responsible for the organization and

    care.Current Initiatives Partnership for Health Innovation Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan The 2021-25 Strategic Plan University Assembly University Statement Guidelines Student Office Hours with President Belton "PLU truly is a university that lives, learns and serves from the heart. And while we can compete on academic merits and graduate outcomes with the best of ‘em, what sets us apart - far more than anything else - is the level of care that is fundamental to how we approach everything we do

    Office of the President
    Hauge Administration, Room 118 Tacoma, WA 98447
  • Michael Halvorson news for Pacific Lutheran University.

    Alexa and Innovation Research at Amazon By Michael Halvorson, Benson Chair in Business and Economic History. On Monday, February 19, 2018 (President’s Day), students at Pacific Lutheran University are invited for a special tour of Amazon’s Seattle headquarters (HQ). The event is being sponsored by Amazon and PLU’s office of Career… January 31, 2018 AlexaAmazonArtificial IntelligenceBusiness and Economic HistoryEchoInnovation StudiesMarvin MinskyMichael Halvorson

  • 2024-Present: In Fall 2024, PLU rolled out Sage the Squirrel. Sage is a textbot that does direct outreach to students to check in on multiple dimensions of the student experience; wellbeing,

    has grown into the annual tradition of Mental Health Awareness Week, a series of events during October, including Dog Days, Snack Shack Pop Up, and rotating events in partnership with athletics, academic departments, clubs, and other groups. THRIVE: Transitions, Holistic wellbeing, Retention, Innovation, Vocation, & Engagement2020-Present: As learning and engagement modalities needed to creative shift during 2020 in response to the global pandemic, the THRIVE program was established to think about

  • 208 Garfield holds a liquor license and a catering endorsement liquor license, and is available to provide alcohol service in support of events on the Pacific Lutheran University Campus.

    can discuss options and logistics. Service of alcohol is by law, limited to those 21 and over. We will work with you on a strategy to ensure that alcohol service at your event is restricted to those over 21. External groups may be required to obtain liquor-liability insurance with a minimum single-limit liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence. The client shall provide Conferences and Events (CEVT) with a certificate of such coverage. Please remember to discuss beverage service, location and other

  • PLU Theatre and Dance are thrilled to announce our Spring 2021 guest artist meet-ups and masterclasses! Our diverse roster of professionals will be connecting with our students about dance, acting, voice work, auditioning, directing, and more! R.J. Tancioco R.J. Tancioco has served as the music…

    . His dancing was featured in the Emmy Award nominated documentary Juba: The Masters of Tap and Percussive Dance and he founded The Steps Ahead Tap Trio, which has toured both nationally and internationally. As a tap expert, Mark’s class will focus on the many techniques of tap and the strategy behind them. Read Previous Hints and Help for Your Virtual Theatre Scholarship Application Read Next Twisted Tales of Poe: A Theatre/Radio Collaboration LATEST POSTS Theatre Professor Amanda Sweger Finds

  • Developing athletes into leaders Jen Thomas ’98, ’99 wears many hats in the PLU athletic department. She’s the assistant athletic director, a senior woman administrator and assistant athletic trainer. She’s also the mentor for the Student Athlete Advisory Council (SAAC). The council is one of…

    and pick up an athletics T-shirt. Another strategy is the creation of an ASPLU Senate seat for student-athletes. The senator will be a strong advocate for athletics within student government while also building stronger connections between athletics and the general student population. The athletics department regularly sends representatives to NCAA-sponsored leadership conferences. There, student-athletes from around the country gather for several days to learn leadership styles and deal with real

  • Heritage Society marks 30 years of aiding PLU’s long-term future Thirty years ago Gerry Evanson ’63, Lori (Hefty ’58) Steen, Jim Sparks ’61, Director of Planned Giving Ed Larson ’57, PLU President William O. Rieke and a few others got together to solve a problem.…

    , and the need for a long-term strategy. “We knew we were late bloomers in terms of endowment,” he said. “This was a big step in solving that problem.” Now, 30 years later, people like Evanson, Larson and others have been an integral part of PLU’s long-term financial success. The Heritage Society now includes more than 400 families with documented deferred gifts totaling approximately $100 million. Larson also notes that many who have named PLU as a beneficiary in their will have not notified the

  • Pacific Lutheran University is partnering with SkillUp Online, a private education company headquartered in Mumbai, India, with offices in North America (Bellevue, Washington) and Europe, to provide a range of affordable, online, continuing education technology and soft-business skills courses to local, national, and global communities.…

    international travel due to the current pandemic. If faculty, students, and communities across the globe are restricted in connecting in person, let’s find ways to bring them together in a virtual learning community that demonstrates our commitment to access.”  PLU is a small university with bold commitments to creating transformative educational experiences.  Forging connections with external organizations and companies such as SkillUp Online is an exciting strategy for increasing offerings in continuing